Who Will Write Our History?
Who Will Write Our History?
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Brief
576
Book • Nonfiction
Warsaw, Poland • 1940s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Who Will Write Our History? by Samuel D. Kassow tells the story of Emanuel Ringelblum, a Polish-Jewish historian in the Warsaw Ghetto during the Nazi occupation, who led a community effort to create the Oyneg Shabes Archive, documenting their experiences. The archive, buried and partially recovered post-war, offers invaluable insights into Jewish life under Nazi rule.
Informative
Mysterious
Dark
Melancholic
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Samuel D. Kassow's Who Will Write Our History? has been widely praised for its meticulous research and compelling narrative. Reviewers commend Kassow's vivid portrayal of the Oyneg Shabes Archive and its creators, offering a poignant tribute to their efforts. However, some critics note the dense academic prose may challenge casual readers. Overall, it's a vital, though demanding, read.
Who Should Read Who Will Write Our History??
A reader who would enjoy Who Will Write Our History? by Samuel D. Kassow is likely interested in detailed World War II histories, Jewish heritage, and Holocaust studies. Fans of The Diary of Anne Frank and Schindler's List will appreciate the book's focus on the Ringelblum Archive and its testament to resilience and defiance.
277 ratings
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576
Book • Nonfiction
Warsaw, Poland • 1940s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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